Nebraska December traffic fatality toll is 15

During the month of December 2012, fifteen persons were killed in traffic crashes onNebraska roadways, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Roads.

During the month of December 2012, fifteen persons were killed in traffic crashes onNebraska roadways, according to data collected by the Nebraska Department of Roads.

These 15 fatalities occurred in 13 crashesTen of the 15 vehicle occupants killed were not using safety beltsOne fatality occurred on the Interstate, six happened on non-Interstate highways, and eight took place on local roadsNine of the fatalities occurred in rural locationsFive of the fatal crashes were head-on collisionsSeven of the fatalities were age 65 or older